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How to Cook Rice Perfectly Every Single Time
This guide details a straightforward method to cook jasmine rice with a reliable texture by rinsing the grains and using precise water-to-rice ratio. The process involves bringing rice and water to a light boil, then simmering covered until tender. Fluffing the rice after cooking breaks up clumps and maintains a light finish. This approach focuses on consistent results with jasmine rice using simple stovetop technique and attention to timing and heat control.
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Servings:
5
cups
Calories:
270 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Chinese, American
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 3 ½ cups water
Instructions
- Add the rice to a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under cold water for 10 to 15 seconds moving it around with your hands to ensure the water is running over every grain of rice.
- Give the strainer a few shakes and then transfer the rice to a medium-size pot.
- Pour in the water and turn the heat to high to bring the mixture to a light boil.
- Once it is lightly boiling give it 2 to 3 stirs with a spoon and add on a lid.
- Immediately turn the heat down to low and cook it for 10-11 minutes.
- Remove the lid and using a fork fluff and break up the rice to help break it up.
- Let stand for a few minutes before serving or place a lid back on it to keep it warm for up to 30 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Make the rice up to 30 minutes ahead and keep warm with a lid until serving.
- Store cooled rice in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat rice in the microwave to maintain light and fluffy texture without adding liquid.
- Adjust water amount and cooking time by reducing package suggestions by about 15% and 20% respectively for stovetop cooking.
- Rinsing rice can reduce surface starch but is optional depending on preference.
Nutrition Information
Calories
270kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
59g
(20%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
12mg
(1%)
Potassium
85mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Calcium
26mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 270kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 85mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.